Today, we welcomed a few newcomers to our Suffolk HQ including this beautiful 1972 Morgan Plus 4. Shortly, it will be assessed and worked on by the team to make sure everything is up to scratch and looking the best it possibly can.
Alan has been busy in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop getting some of the pieces ready for the next stage of the restoration of our Java Green 1976 Triumph Spitfire. After each part had been careful worked, cleaned and readied to go into the booth, Alan could then begin with the coats of epoxy […]
Brian has been hard at work in the Bridge Classic Cars in-house trim shop working on getting the various interior trim pieces and panelwork done on our 1956 Jensen 541. He took the original dash panel section and after removing the old covering, sanded the piece down to remove any residue or adhesive which may […]
The symbol of the prancing horse is an icon of power, elegance, and poise throughout the sporting world. The perfect representation of perfection from the vision of one man, Enzo Ferrari. Commendatore Ferrari would use this symbol to announce to the world that his cars meant performance and prestige. Through the decades, the artisans at […]
Chris has been working on stripping down the our 1969 MGC GT in the main workshop. He has been working his way around and in the car to remove all of the various pieces of trim and mouldings to get the car ready to head into our body shop. The team use this time to […]
The Bridge Classic Cars team have begun working on stripping down the internals and wiring of our 1975 Cobra Project. This has been headed up by our technician Mauro ahead of the body and paint team beginning to work on the car in our in-house paint and body shop. The team have carefully gone through […]
Our paint team have been working on stripping back the bonnet of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4. As the car begins its restoration journey at our Suffolk HQ, the team have begun to peel back the layers of this incredible 50s sports car while also take extra car to preserve and protect the handmade metalwork […]
It has charm, character, and nostalgia. It’s been a workhorse, a celebrated classic and a family friend – The Morris Minor. In any configuration, from Traveller to Convertible, the humble Morris Minor is beloved by generations. From school carol concerts, sleepy nighttime drives after spending time with family or bringing home the Christmas tree, the […]
Several parts of the Mk2 Ford Transit Tipper have been in the spray booth here at Bridge Classic Cars. Our painter Chris has been hanging up several of the engine parts as well as brake dust shields to get them refinished ahead of the completion of this amazing restoration project
Our paint technician Chris has been working on getting some of the first pieces of the 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 into paint. First up on the rack, is the rear seat pan for the classic GT car. After being meticulously stripped back to bare metal, the team hung it on one of our paint racks […]
The Bridge Classic Cars paint team have been working on getting several components of the 1951 Austin Devon Pickup refinished. After prepping them thoroughly, the team have finished the pieces in a rich, glossy and hard wearing black to match the fit and finish of this vintage truck when its finished.
Our technician Steve has been turning his attention recently back onto the reassembly of our Mk2 Ford Transit Tipper. This time, Steve has been stripping apart the original handbrake mechanism ahead of its being put into our blasting cabinet before being refinished and put back on the vintage worktruck.
Our fabricator, Christian, has been working on our 1975 Jensen Interceptor. Today, he has been working on finessing a patch panel on the left-hand wing of the V8 GT car. This patch panel holds the side vents in place but has need some careful tweaking and a steady hand on the welder to make sure […]
In the early 1960s, Jaguar would create one of the most iconic and sought-after sports cars of all time – The E-Type. For nearly 20 years, the long-legged GT car would be seen as the pinnacle of luxury and performance combined. After this, the world would sit in wait for the better part of 40 […]
We’ve got a new arrival at our Suffolk HQ today, with this beautiful 1969 MGC GT. The car is just beginning its journey here at our restoration workshop so keep an eye out on the Bridge Classic Cars news page for more updates very soon!
At our Suffolk HQ, our team of classic car technicians like to expand their skills and try new techniques out. For example this week, our technician Steve has been working on perfecting his technique at zinc plating. With the help of a kit and some good old-fashioned experimentation, Steve has been working on refinishing and […]
Over the past few weeks, we’ve welcomed a very special addition to the workshop. The third in a line of Aston Martin DB2/4’s which are being completely restored by our classic car restoration technicians at our Suffolk HQ. This particular car, is a 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe and one of a rarefied few […]
Hailed as the modern successor to the legendary BMW E30 M3, the 1M took the world by storm on its release. This rare, straight-six powered miniature meanie is a rare sight to see, especially in the UK and in all black. BMW M, or M Division, was created in the mid-1970s as BMW’s in-house performance […]
Although it has been in a workshop for a little while now, and our restoration teams have begun the process of bringing this wonderful early DB2/4 back to its former glory, we never did get to take some of usual arrival photos with the car. On a Friday evening, our entire Suffolk HQ down tools […]
The paintwork on the roof of our 1980 Volvo 245 Estate has been revitalised by the Bridge Classic Cars paint and body team. The team masked up the roof on the car to begin the process of laying down the correct colour to this classic Swedish hauler. First, the team sanded and primered the roof. […]
Our 1970 Lotus Europa is now live! The Lotus Europa is without doubt one of the quirkiest and individual sports cars of the 1970s. A low slung, mid-engined, racecar inspired drivers’ cars which has garnered a following amongst marque enthusiasts and classic car fans across the world. The Europa, with its slab back design, would […]
Our stunning 1932 Austin 7 ‘Ulster’ is now live to be won on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website. The humble Austin 7 – The car which played a pivotal role in getting Britain on the move would form the basis of some of the earliest homegrown racing efforts across this green and pleasant isle. […]
Most days of the week, we have new classics arriving at our Suffolk HQ. Today, we’ve had this stunning 1970 MGB Roadster arrive into the safe and caring hands of our classic car workshop for the team to take care of a few jobs for its adoring owner. The car has been totally restored in […]
Our 1968 Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5, which was won through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions, has made its way across the country this morning to its new home nestled deep within the Cotswolds. The car, which is now the pride and joy of new owner Robert, has been safely put into storage with plans to bring […]
Our 1979 Ford Escort Mk2 is now live on the Bridge Classic Cars Competitions website for you to win! This legendary, rear-wheel drive fun machine is loved the world over – from the snowy forests of Scandinavia to the dusty outback roads of Australia, the Mk2 Ford Escort has cemented its place in the heart […]
The Bridge Classic Cars Suffolk HQ have welcomed a wonderful new arrival recently. It’s our new 1932 Austin 7 Ulster. This beautiful pre-war road racer, has arrived at our workshops to be checked over by our technicians ahead of one lucky winner ending up with it on their driveway through Bridge Classic Cars Competitions! Take […]
Our 1967 Jaguar E-Type Racing Series 1 is for sale by auction right now on Car & Classic. To prepare for this, Tom and Myself headed over to the former RAF Bentwaters to shoot the car during the worst flooding scene in our area for nearly 40 years. After gently driving the road-going racer across […]
It’s one of the most popular and practical classics out there! Beloved by generations of petrolheads and casual admirers at large, it is of course the Morris Traveller. Bridge Classic Cars Competitions wants to put you in the drivers seat while you take the scenic route and enjoy what the world has to offer with […]
Last night, we welcomed a whole host of local bikers and motorcycle enthusiasts along to our Suffolk HQ for the first Bridge Classic Cars Bike Meet. Everything from Sports bikes, Tourers and Choppers lined our yard hidden deep in the Suffolk countryside. Throughout the evening, more and more two-wheeled friends of ours came through our […]
Today, we found out who the lucky new winner of our 1973 Triumph TR6 is! Our beautiful Mimosa Yellow TR6 was won by Paul King, with ticket number 3086.